Chapter 229 Extra Chapter: Watching the Movie 20

Unaware that the consciousness of their small world was secretly conspiring with certain people, preparing a "little surprise" for them, the entire Qing Dynasty was still watching with great interest as the Qing's firearms battalion dominated the grasslands in the sky.

"Is this assistance from the birds a blessing from Heaven for Your Majesty, a miraculous act by the Crown Prince, or a divine miracle triggered by the First Prince on the battlefield?"

"Chahundorji is incompetent!"

Looking at the person who spoke provocatively in the sky, Yinzhi angrily rebuked him, "How dare a mere prince sow discord between father and son? How did Chahundorji become the leader of the Tushetu Khan?"

"I will not be fooled."

The Kangxi Emperor, who was automatically placed in the role, disregarded this obvious provocation, clearly showing that he was extremely confident in his next response.

"Heaven has indeed blessed the Qing Dynasty, but the key to victory lies in the valiant efforts of our Qing soldiers and the unity of the emperor and his subjects. As for the birds assisting in the battle..."

Noticing the gazes of the crowd, Kangxi's expression was filled with pride.

"Naturally, it is because the heavens bless the crown prince; the crown prince is favored by the heavens."

(I have no fear of Bao Cheng, not in the past, not now, and not in the future!)

"really."

Kangxi inexplicably puffed out his chest with pride, looking as if he had victory in his grasp, leaving the princes speechless.

Is that Emperor Kangxi you? You've gotten quite proud of yourself. Take a look in the mirror!

"Um?"

Kangxi narrowed his eyes and snorted coldly. Yinzhi was the first to stand up and flatter him: "Your Majesty is wise."

The other princes also flattered him, which made Kangxi look them over for a while before he reluctantly let them go.

Seeing that Kangxi's attention had returned to the sky, everyone breathed a sigh of relief, then looked at Yinzhi with meaningful glances.

Yin Zhi curled his lip and looked back disdainfully. If you're so capable, why don't you complain in front of Father Emperor!

Everyone silently averted their gaze; none of them had the intention of inviting a beating. What could they do? After all, he was the emperor.

Faced with Kangxi's undisguised pride and high regard, Yinreng offered to demonstrate for everyone. Then, to everyone's astonishment, countless birds appeared from all directions, circling orderly in mid-air.

Finally, Xiao Wu circled once and landed on Yinreng's shoulder. Yinreng stroked his feathers and smiled slightly: "Under the vast sky, all land belongs to the king; on the shores of the land, all people are subjects of the king. Even birds should submit to the Great Qing."

"Well said! All under heaven are subjects of the king!" Kangxi clapped his hands and laughed. "Heaven bless the Crown Prince! Heaven bless the Qing Dynasty!"

"Well said!"

The crowd in front of the Qianqing Palace cheered almost simultaneously with Emperor Kangxi on the sky, and Suo'etu, with a quick glint in his eyes, shouted loudly: "May Heaven bless the Crown Prince, may Heaven bless the Great Qing!"

As the shouts of the Eight Banners soldiers echoed across the sky, many people were moved and joined in the cheers.

Soetu's meaning was actually quite clear: he was simply using this opportunity to consolidate the Crown Prince's position, and who wouldn't see that? But Kangxi was happy to play along and laughed heartily, so everyone else understood his meaning.

In fact, by this point, Mingzhu couldn't help but admire Suo'etu. It was him who, even at this time, didn't forget to engage in politics and help the Crown Prince.

Mingzhu is even ashamed of her own dedication to her work.

As night fell, Emperor Kangxi, in high spirits, praised Yinreng's outstanding qualities to the princes and ministers. After several rounds of drinks, Yinreng went out for some fresh air, and at the strong urging of his younger brothers, he took Yinsi with him. Sure enough, as the young prince had predicted, shortly after leaving the tent, Yinreng encountered the Jebtsundamba Khutuktu.

Yinzhi frowned unhappily: "They're like a persistent ghost."

Kangxi showed no objection to his disrespect for the "Living Buddha." Leaving aside the fact that the young crown prince had genuinely displayed supernatural abilities, the Jebtsundamba Khutuktu himself was, in Kangxi's eyes, merely a symbol of religious politics. The so-called respect was simply a means of his rule.

But seeing Jebtsundamba Khutuktu repeatedly trying to take away the young prince from the sky, Kangxi couldn't help but be displeased. He didn't believe that a "Living Buddha" who could guide the political direction of the Khalkha would lack such insight.

Knowing full well that he was not welcome near the young prince, he still tried every means to get close to him.

At this moment, Kangxi, both inside and outside the celestial canopy, shared the same thought: What's so good about being a Buddhist disciple? Bao Cheng is the Crown Prince, the most honorable person in the world! The Buddhist community should also understand which land they live on!

The young prince is not someone they can covet!

Just as Kangxi had expected, the figure in the sky summoned and warned Jebtsundamba Khutuktu before his departure.

"He is the crown prince of the Qing Dynasty, bearing the weight of his ancestors' legacy and the hopes of countless people. He cannot be easily swayed by you to pursue the so-called purity of Buddhism as a 'Buddhist disciple.'"

(Get out! Get out! Get out!)

Faced with Kangxi's warning, Jebtsundamba Khutuktu sighed and had no choice but to accept the reality.

"He is a Buddhist disciple belonging to the Qing Dynasty, not a Buddhist disciple of the Buddhist community."

Seeing this, Kangxi withdrew his warning look.

Before leaving, Jebtsundamba couldn't help but say a few more words.

"Your Highness, you do have a heart of Buddha after all."

"The Crown Prince sometimes takes the world very seriously, so much so that he devotes himself to the country and manages all affairs, big and small, without daring to slack off in the slightest; at other times he takes it very lightly, never regarding his own status and position as a valuable asset, only thinking about the heavy responsibility on his shoulders."

“Your Majesty, the world is ever-changing, and this humble monk dares not presume to know Your Majesty’s will. However, if one day Your Majesty can no longer tolerate this Crown Prince, the Buddhist sect to which this humble monk belongs will forever keep its doors open, willing to welcome back this Buddhist disciple with a Buddhist heart, to give him a peaceful place, and to protect him for the rest of his life in tranquility.”

"He's actually a pretty nice person."

As soon as Yin finished speaking, he was hit by several "death rays," which startled him so much that he couldn't help but shrink his neck and hide behind Yin Tang in a wronged manner.

"I didn't say anything wrong..."

Yinzhen glared at him speechlessly: "What's so good about him? Does the young crown prince need his protection?"

Everyone nodded in satisfaction upon hearing this, but before they could even smile, Yinzhen continued, "Even if Father Emperor isn't up to it, there's still me!"

What do you mean "you're still here"? Fine, fine, now you're resorting to tricks to seize the throne, huh?

The princes were all unconvinced. Who did the ninth prince think he was, daring to compete with them?

However, seeing the confident look on Yinzhen's face, no one spoke at the moment, after all... they still had people above them!

"Yin Tang!"

Kangxi stared coldly at Yinzhen, his eyes dark and menacing. "Explain to me what you mean by 'no'?"

Danger! Danger!

Yinzhen finally realized what he had said in front of everyone, and before he could run away, he was grabbed by the collar. Turning around, he was met with Yinsi's smiling face, and was utterly terrified!

No, myna bird, it's you?

"Ninth Brother, I've always told you to be careful with your words and actions." Yinzhi smiled gently, but his grip was surprisingly strong. The young crown prince had no brothers; anyone who tried to steal from him would have to pay a price.

"Go and apologize to Father Emperor quickly."

"Myna..."

Before Yinzhen could beg for mercy, the princes, like passing a ball, shoved him to Kangxi's side.

"Father, I was wrong!"